We followed Jim Warnock, our author of Five-Star Trails: The Ozarks, throughout his John Muir Trail thru-hike this past summer. And while the gear has been cleaned and stored and the food has been eaten, Jim's advice about preparing for a thru-hike still rings true. If you're preparing for...
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The Columbia River Gorge just outside of Portland, Oregon, is known for its fairy tale-like trails and countless waterfalls. In photos, it's picturesque. In person, it's unbelievable. While living in the #YourLead van this past summer, Heidi and I made it a priority to add Tunnel...
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Earlier this summer, we shared how Jim Warnock, author of our upcoming guide, Five-Star Trails: The Ozarks, packed for his John Muir Trail thru-hike. 21 days and 210 miles later, Jim has completed the journey. Follow along as he tells the story: Beginnings: We began our 21 days on the trail from Tuolumne...
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Long, sunny days that seamlessly transition into warm nights are ideal for two of America's beloved summer pastimes—swimming and camping. When you can combine both, you are essentially winning at summer. Maryland is bursting with campgrounds that offer an array of scenery and experiences, from the...
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There is nothing like the exhilaration of bagging a peak, whether it's your first time or your hundredth time: crating your neck to catch a glimpse of your destination, winding your way up countless switchbacks, finding yourself breathless at the summit from both the views...
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Jim Warnock, author of the upcoming Five-Star Trails: The Ozarks, will embark on one of the most scenic thru-hikes in America, the John Muir Trail. Packing for 20 days requires a lot of time, preparation, and thought. Here's how Jim chose what to bring with him. There...
Read MoreKids are out of school and antsy for some adventures. Parents will be wanting to find a balance between fun summer activities and continuing their children's education outside the classroom. These kid-friendly hikes outside of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, from the upcoming book 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Harrisburg, combine a...
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With May being National Bike Month, it's the perfect time to dust off your helmet and hit the roads. BEST Magazine Cincinnati asked Richard Hunt to list out his Top 10 Reasons to Ride a Bike. Check out what the President of Keen Communications had to say about that space where the...
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What better time to plan a long bicycling trip than during National Bike Month? If you're looking for a trip that will literally and figuratively take your breath away, Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway are arguably the two most quintessential scenic roads east...
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April showers not only bring May flowers; they also bring cascading waterfalls that are sure to delight hikers and outdoor photographers. Jim Warnock, author of Five-Star Trails: The Ozarks, shares these hikes to try this spring. Watch for Five-Star Trails: The Ozarks, available in October, and follow Jim's adventures at...
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